LPN Courses
Term I
MTH 100
Basic Math and Dosage Calculation
2 credit hours
This course is designed to enhance math skills of students. Elementary math skills including percentages, equivalents, and dosage calculations related to oral, parenteral, and special populations will be discussed.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: All Term 1 PN courses
BIO 115
Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology
3 Credit Hours
This is the first of two courses that serve as an introduction to the structure and function of the human body, including basic cellular principles for students in the practical nurse program. The course uses a body systems approach, with emphasis on the interrelationships between form and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology I includes: basic anatomical and directional terminology; fundamental concepts of chemistry, cell biology and histology. It covers the anatomy and physiology of the integumentary, muscular, skeletal and nervous systems.Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: All Term 1 PN courses
NUR 100
Nursing Concepts I
3 Credit Hours
This course is an introduction to practical nursing and the theoretical frameworks for nursing practice. A variety of basic concepts and how they are integrated and applied to nursing will be discussed.
NUR 111
Fundamentals of Nursing
7 Credit Hours
This course introduces basic nursing skills including their conceptual basis. It focuses on the LPN’s role in the data collection process, common therapeutic interventions, medical terminology and medication math. The on-campus laboratory will provide the opportunity for students to practice basic psychomotor nursing skills. Clinical laboratory experiences will allow students to practice basic concepts and skills learned.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: All Term 1 PN courses
NUR 101
Medical Terminology
2 Credit Hours
This course will teach the meaning and pronunciation of specific medical terms, including prefixes, suffixes, root words, and abbreviations. The course will help students identify and give meaning to selected prefixes, suffixes, and root words that pertain to pathologic conditions, those used in diagnostic and surgical procedures, and those that are used in general. By learning how to analyze, build, spell, and pronounce selected medical words, students will enhance and enrich course and clinical experiences.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: All Term 1 PN courses
COL 100
Introduction to the College Experience
1 Credit Hours
This course will help students become familiar with expectations for academic success at the college level. The learning activities will help students understand their learning style and enhance their study skills to maximize academic success. Students will learn basic computer literacy as well as introduce them to the college’s computer system. Students will learn how to access the library and research articles as well as discover how to apply the APA (American Psychological Association) style in writing professional papers.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: All Term 1 PN courses
Term II
BIO 116
Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology II
3 Credit Hours
This course is the second course that serves as an introduction to the structure and function of the human body for students in the practical nurse program. The course uses a body systems approach, with emphasis on the interrelationships between form and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology II continues the basic anatomical and physiological study of the human body covering the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic/immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems.
Prerequisites: All term 1 PN courses. Corequisites: All Term 2 PN courses
NUR 120
Medical Surgical Nursing I
8 Credit Hours
In this course the nursing care of geriatric clients with selected medical and surgical conditions will be presented. The on-campus laboratory and clinical portion of this course will provide opportunities for students to apply knowledge of concepts and skills learned in the theory component of the course. Prerequisites: All term 1 PN courses.
Corequisites: All Term 2 PN courses
NUR 122
Basics of Pharmacology
4 Credit Hours
In this course the nursing care of geriatric clients with selected medical and surgical conditions will be presented. The on-campus laboratory and clinical portion of this course will provide opportunities for students to apply knowledge of concepts and skills learned in the theory component of the course. Prerequisites: All term 1 PN courses. Corequisites: All Term 2 PN courses
PSY 200
General Psychology
3 Credit Hours
The course discusses commonly used medications, pharmacokinetics, and the nursing implications related to medication administration. Major classifications of medications are identified and correlated to the systems of the body.
Term III
NUR 133
Maternal Child Nursing I
4 Credit Hours
This course discusses normal growth and developmental concepts. It focuses on basic care principles related to the obstetric and pediatric client. Students will practice basic skills common to obstetrical and pediatric clients in on-campus labs and will apply knowledge of concepts learned in maternal and pediatric clinical settings.
Prerequisites: All term 2 PN courses. Corequisites: All Term 3 PN courses
NUR 131
Comprehensive Technical and Developmental Lab
1 Credit Hours
This course is designed to study the technical skills used in caring for obstetrical, pediatric, adult, and geriatric clients across the lifespan. Intermediate and advanced skills learned will provide students with the ability to build upon and perfect psychomotor skills and increase confidence in technical abilities.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: All Term 3 PN courses
NUR 132
Psychosocial Nursing
3 Credit Hours
The course will discuss theories of human behavior as a framework for nursing care. Communication techniques essential to therapeutic nurse-client relationship will be presented. Topics related to grief, loss, psychosocial care of the physically ill client, and care of the client with mental health disorders are covered.
Prerequisites: All term 2 PN courses. Corequisites: All Term 3 PN courses
ENG 100
English I (Composition)
4 Credit Hours
The fundamentals of the writing process will be explored from prewriting through editing. Basic grammar and writing skills will be employed to develop a variety of professional and comprehensive formats.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
PSY 233
Lifespan Development
3 Credit Hours
Exploration of life span development through the lenses of social, cultural, cognitive, biological, and learning theories and research. Emphasis is on gaining better conceptual understanding of healthy development and better practical understanding of how to help children, adolescents, and adults address the developmental challenges they face across the life span. Particular focus placed on understanding our own developmental processes as well as the role of cultural difference and commonality in the developmental process.
Prerequisites: Psy 200. Corequisites: None
BIO 130
Nutrition
3 Credit Hours
This course identifies the principles of nutrition and connections to a healthy lifestyle. Recommended dietary requirements and practices that promote food safety are presented. Dietary issues related to selected medical/surgical conditions are discussed.
Term IV
NUR 147
Nursing Concepts II
2 credit hours
This course is designed to prepare the student for the role of the licensed practical nurse. The course presents an overview of leadership and managerial skills as well as employment issues and career opportunities. Concepts related to professionalism, joining nursing organizations, and setting professional boundaries will be discussed. Ethical and legal issues related to practice as well as nursing care delivery will be explored as the student transitions to the nursing role. The role of the member of the discipline as it applies to licensure and continuing education will be examined.
Prerequisites: All Term 3 PN Courses. Corequisites: All Term 4 PN Courses
NUR 142
IV Therapy
4 credit hours
The course content is consistent with Ohio law derived from Section 4723-5-14 of the Administrative Code of the Ohio Board of Nursing. This course provides the practical nursing student with the knowledge and skills required to perform specified intravenous therapy procedures on adults under the direction of a licensed physician, dentist, optometrist, podiatrist, or registered nurse. Prerequisites: All Term 3 PN Courses. Corequisites: All Term 4 PN Courses
NUR 140
Medical Surgical Nursing II
8 Credit Hours
In this course the nursing care of selected medical surgical conditions is presented. The clinical portion of this course provides opportunities for students to apply knowledge of concepts and skills learned in the theory component of the course. Prerequisites All Term 3 PN Courses. Corequisites: All Term 4 PN Courses
NUR 146
Comprehensive Practical Nursing
2 credit hours
This course is designed to assist the student learning needs associated with passing the licensure examination for practical nurses. This course will provide a comprehensive review of program content using practice NCLEX style questions. Students will critique their answers to these practice tests to ascertain better test taking strategy and/or use their clinical reasoning skills to choose the answer based on the top priority. Prerequisites: All Term 3 PN Courses.
Corequisites: All Term 4 PN Courses